Appian Recognized as a Leader in IDC MarketScape Business Automation Platforms 2025 Assessment

On September 9, 2025, Appian (Nasdaq: APPN), a frontrunner in AI-powered process automation, received prestigious recognition in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Business Automation Platforms (BAPs) 2025 Vendor Assessment. This accolade underscores Appian’s commitment to advancing business automation through artificial intelligence.

The report emphasizes that Appian is not only aiding in the development of AI agents but also provides a copilot for users to interact with Large Language Models (LLMs). This innovative approach highlights the company's dedication to enhancing the user experience and increasing operational efficiency.

For years, Appian has been integrating artificial intelligence into business processes, making them faster, smarter, and more adaptable. With recent developments, the company has further enhanced these capabilities, introducing tools like the Agent Studio for creating and managing AI agents and the AI Document Center for intelligent document processing. An added feature, Smart Search, utilizes AI-based semantic search functionality allowing users to easily find information across a unified data foundation embedded within Appian.

Sanat Joshi, Executive Vice President of Product Solutions at Appian, stated, “The true strength of AI lies in its integration into core business processes. Appian has consistently worked towards optimizing critical workflows. The recognition from IDC MarketScape as a leading business automation platform reinforces our commitment to embedding AI purposefully and responsibly.” This integration allows Appian's clients to expedite workflows and harness the advantages of AI in a scalable and responsible manner, ultimately leading to measurable business success.

The Appian platform empowers enterprises to coordinate and fundamentally transform their essential business processes. By embedding advanced AI functionalities at every level of process automation, Appian provides companies with enhanced agility, transparency, and impact.

Recently, Appian commissioned an IDC InfoBrief that highlights how business processes and automation platforms create a solid foundation for identifying, developing, and deploying AI capabilities. This research illustrates how existing automation initiatives can gain value through AI, demonstrating measurable contributions to business outcomes.

With industries such as banking, insurance, the public sector, and life sciences increasingly relying on AI today, the InfoBrief offers insight into their current practices, future plans, priorities, and obstacles. The IDC InfoBrief titled "Embedding AI into Processes to Drive Business Impact" is now available.

Appian, known as The Process Company, provides a software platform designed to optimize business processes, reduce costs, enhance customer experiences, and provide strategic advantages. With a steadfast commitment to client success, Appian collaborates with many large enterprises across diverse industries. For further details, please visit Appian's official website.

About IDC MarketScape

The IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model provides a comprehensive overview of the competitiveness of technology and service providers in a certain marketplace. This analysis combines qualitative and quantitative criteria through a rigorous evaluation methodology, offering a graphic depiction of each vendor's position within the market landscape. This framework supports buyers in comprehensively evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of current and potential providers.